DRM Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 (edited) Dave Arnold passed away today as a result of injuries suffered in a car wreck. For those who don't know, Dave started USPSA. It was his brain child. I remember the day back in the early 80’s like it was yesterday. We all were hanging around after a match, having a cold drink and talking about IPSC. Dave wasn’t happy with some things the World body was doing and he said, “The United States should start its own Practical Shooting Association!” We all turned and looked at Dave sitting on the tailgate of my truck. So, I asked, “O.K. Dave, so what are we going to call it?” To which he said, “The United States Practical Shooting Association!” We all cheered and said, “Yeah!” The rest, as they say, is history. Dave served as President of USPSA for years (I just don't recall how many... ) “We shall miss his soul tonight” - From the Movie The 13th Warrior Edited July 21, 2012 by DRM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caspian_45 Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 So sorry to hear this. Prayers to his family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBaneACP Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 (edited) My dear friend Captain Dave Arnold, in a damned car wreck! You guys won't remember, but Dave Arnold was one of the "inventors" of practical shooting in the U.S. He was one of the founders of USPSA, helped launch NROI and it's international counterpoint, IROI. We shot more matches than I can remember together, and damn it damn it damn it damn it I will miss him! Go with God, brother. Michael Bane Edited July 22, 2012 by MBaneACP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braxton1 Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 This is indeed the passing of a legend. Godspeed, Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=156187&view=findpost&p=1747122 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyZip Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 Wow, this is indeed the passing of one of the founders. Thanks for posting this. It really lets those of us who missed this part of our sports history to look up his name, and read about him to more fully appreciate his legacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trini Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Rest in peace Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbosik Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 R.I.P. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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